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MOHAMMAD ABU AL HAJ v SHEIK SULTAN KHALIFA SULTAN AL NEHAYAN [2016] DIFC CFI 016 — Case management directions for complex commercial litigation (31 August 2016)
The litigation involves a complex commercial dispute initiated by the Claimants, Mohammad Abu Al Haj and Abu Al Haj Holding, against the Defendants, Sheik Sultan Khalifa Sultan Al Nehayan, both in his personal capacity and in his capacity as a Director of Gold Holding Ltd.
MOHAMMAD ABU ALHAJ v SHEIK SULTAN KHALIFA SULTAN AL NEHAYAN [2016] DIFC CFI 016 — procedural default and extension of time applications (09 March 2016)
The litigation involved a multifaceted dispute between the Claimants, Mohammad Abu AlHaj and Abu AlHaj Holding, and the Defendants, Sheik Sultan Khalifa Sultan Al Nehayan (in his capacity as Director of Gold Holding Ltd and in his personal capacity).
MOHAMMAD ABU ALHAJ v SHEIK SULTAN KHALIFA SULTAN AL NEHAYAN [2016] DIFC CFI 016 — Corporate mismanagement and defamation claims (18 February 2016)
Justice Roger Giles clarifies the application of the rule in Foss v Harbottle and the necessity for specific pleadings in defamation claims within the DIFC.
MOHAMMAD ABU ALHAJ v SHEIK SULTAN KHALIFA SULTAN AL NEHAYAN [2015] DIFC CFI 016 — Procedural strictness regarding remote attendance at Case Management Conferences (08 October 2015)
The dispute in CFI 016/2015 centered on a procedural application filed by the Claimants, Mohammad Abu AlHaj and Abu AlHaj Holding, against the Defendants, Sheik Sultan Khalifa Sultan Al Nehayan in his capacity as Director of Gold Holding Ltd and in his personal capacity.
REPUBLIC OF DJIBOUTI v ALLEN & OVERY [2014] DIFC CFI 016 — formal discontinuance of professional negligence proceedings (13 November 2014)
The litigation involved a multi-party claim initiated by the Republic of Djibouti, the Autorité des Ports et des Zones Franches de Djibouti, and the Port Autonome International de Djibouti against the global law firm Allen & Overy LLP.
THE REPUBLIC OF DJIBOUTI v ALLEN & OVERY [2014] DIFC CFI 016 — Costs liability for specific litigation windows (10 August 2014)
The litigation involved a claim brought by the Republic of Djibouti, the Autorite des Ports et des Zones Franches de Djibouti, and the Port Autonome International de Djibouti against the international law firm Allen & Overy LLP.
ROBINSON CLUB GMBH v ZABEEL INVESTMENTS [2013] DIFC CFI 016 — The primacy of the Zabeel Special Judicial Committee over DIFC arbitral enforcement (08 May 2014)
The dispute arose from a successful ICC arbitration in which Robinson Club GMBH was awarded €22,976,250 in damages against Zabeel Investments LLC for breaches of a Hotel Management Agreement and a Technical Services Agreement.
ROBINSON CLUB GMBH v ZABEEL INVESTMENT [2014] DIFC CFI 016 — Appellate permission granted on public interest grounds (06 March 2014)
Robinson Club GmbH initiated this application following the refusal of H.E. Justice Ali Al Madhani on 9 February 2014 to grant permission to appeal the substantive judgment delivered by Justice Sir David Steel. The underlying dispute between Robinson Club GmbH and Zabeel Investment L.L.C.
ROBINSON CLUB GMBH v ZABEEL INVESTMENT [2014] DIFC CFI 016 — Dismissal of appeal regarding Special Judicial Committee jurisdiction (09 February 2014)
The dispute originated from an attempt by Robinson Club GMBH to ratify and enforce an arbitral award against Zabeel Investment. Following an initial decision by Justice Sir David Steel on 25 November 2013, which effectively stayed or declined jurisdiction in light of the newly established Zabeel…
ROBINSON CLUB GMBH v ZABEEL INVESTMENTS [2013] DIFC CFI 016 — The primacy of the Zabeel Special Judicial Committee over DIFC enforcement (28 November 2013)
This judgment clarifies the jurisdictional boundaries between the DIFC Courts and the Zabeel Special Judicial Committee, confirming that Ruler’s Orders establishing specialized committees override the DIFC’s general jurisdiction over arbitral enforcement.
ROBINSON CLUB GMBH v ZABEEL INVESTMENT [2013] DIFC CFI 016 — Transfer to the Special Judicial Committee (09 June 2013)
The litigation involved a claim brought by Robinson Club GMBH against Zabeel Investment L.L.C. within the DIFC Court of First Instance. While the specific underlying commercial grievance—whether contractual, tortious, or related to property—remained secondary to the procedural question of forum,…
CAROL v CHRIS & CIRO [2012] DIFC CFI 016 — Summary dismissal of application to reopen judgment (26 November 2012)
The DIFC Court of First Instance affirms the finality of appellate decisions, ruling that a party cannot reopen a judgment based on claims of procedural unfairness if they failed to present a credible defence when given the opportunity.
CAROL v CHRIS & CIRO [2012] DIFC CFI 016 — Jurisdictional boundaries of the Small Claims Tribunal (18 September 2012)
The dispute originated as a claim brought by Carol before the Small Claims Tribunal, which resulted in an initial order dated 6 February 2012. While the underlying factual narrative of the claim is not detailed in the final order, the procedural history indicates that Carol sought recovery of a…
CAROL v CHRIS & CIRO [2012] DIFC CFI 016 — Appeal against Small Claims Tribunal order (09 September 2012)
The dispute originated from a claim filed by Carol, which was initially heard before the Small Claims Tribunal (SCT). The litigation concerned a financial claim for the recovery of funds, which ultimately resulted in a significant judgment against the first defendant, Chris.
Robert Dickenson v Enventure Middle East [2010] DIFC CFI 016 — Discontinuance by consent (04 October 2010)
The litigation initiated by Robert Dickenson against Enventure Middle East Limited and Enventure Global Technology LLC represented a formal legal challenge brought before the DIFC Court of First Instance.
PETRA INVEST v SHUAA CAPITAL [2011] DIFC CFI 016 — Procedural joinder of third parties (17 January 2011)
The litigation between Petra Invest Limited and Shuaa Capital PSC, registered under CFI 016/2009, represents a complex commercial dispute within the DIFC Court of First Instance. While the underlying merits of the claim involve substantial financial interests, the specific procedural juncture…
PETRA INVEST v SHUAA CAPITAL [2010] DIFC CFI 016 — Stay of proceedings via consent order (16 May 2010)
The litigation involved Petra Invest Limited as the Claimant and Shuaa Capital PSC as the Defendant, with the involvement of Mohamed Abdel-Khaleq Mohammed Abu-Al Haj as a proposed third party.
PETRA INVEST v SHUAA CAPITAL [2010] DIFC CFI 016 — Conditional adjournment and security for costs (23 March 2010)
The litigation, initiated by Petra Invest Limited against Shuaa Capital PSC, reached a critical juncture in March 2010 when the Claimant sought an adjournment of a scheduled hearing.
PETRA INVEST v SHUAA CAPITAL [2010] DIFC CFI 016 — Formal cessation of legal representation (09 March 2010)
This order confirms the formal removal of Kennedys Legal Consultants from the record in the ongoing dispute between Petra Invest Limited and Shuaa Capital PSC.
PETRA INVEST v SHUAA CAPITAL [2009] DIFC CFI 016 — Restricting non-party access to court records (18 August 2009)
The dispute between Petra Invest Limited and Shuaa Capital PSC centers on the management of information filed with the DIFC Court. At the heart of the controversy is the Claimant’s potential dissemination of the Claim Form and the associated "Paper Apart." Recognizing the potential for prejudice to…
WARD HOLDINGS LIMITED v MESHICO CORPORATION [2025] DIFC CFI 015 — Immediate judgment and possession order for commercial lease default (10 July 2025)
The dispute centers on the lease of "Podium 5" at the Waldorf Astoria Dubai International Financial Centre, where Meshico Corporation operated the "Puerto 99" restaurant. Following a series of missed rental payments, the Claimant, Ward Holdings Limited, terminated the lease agreement and sought to…
HORIZONS & CO LAW FIRM v ALBURJ REAL ESTATE [2022] DIFC CFI 015 — Default judgment for unpaid professional legal fees (04 April 2022)
The dispute arose from a contractual disagreement concerning unpaid professional legal services provided by the Claimant, Horizons & Co Law Firm, to the Defendant, Alburj Real Estate Limited.
HORIZON & CO LAW FIRM v ALBURJ REAL ESTATE [2022] DIFC CFI 015 — Default judgment for unpaid legal fees (01 April 2022)
The dispute centered on the recovery of unpaid professional fees for legal services rendered by the Claimant, Horizon & Co Law Firm, to the Defendant, Alburj Real Estate Limited. The Claimant initiated proceedings to recover a substantial outstanding balance for work performed, which remained…
UNIPER ENERGY DMCC v BANQUE DE COMMERCE ET DE PLACEMENTS SA [2021] DIFC CFI 015 — Consent order regarding stay of proceedings (09 June 2021)
The dispute between Uniper Energy DMCC and Banque de Commerce et de Placements SA concerns a commercial claim brought before the DIFC Court of First Instance under case number CFI 015/2021.